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Saab Cars USA Recognized as One of Top 100 Most Innovative Users of E-Business Technology

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Saab Cars USA, Inc. has been recognized as one of the top 100 most innovative users of e-business information technology by CMP's InformationWeek magazine. This achievement is a first for the publication, which evaluated companies for their overall excellence in e-business initiatives. Saab Cars USA, Inc. is the only automotive manufacturer to receive this recognition, and it is credited with deploying the first sales-side extranet. The company's e-business infrastructure has contributed to a 35 percent increase in sales in the U.S. market.

Key Takeaways:

  • Saab Cars USA, Inc. is one of the top 100 most innovative users of e-business information technology, as recognized by CMP's InformationWeek magazine.
  • The company is the only automotive manufacturer to receive this recognition.
  • Saab Cars USA, Inc. has deployed the first sales-side extranet, which has contributed to a 35 percent increase in sales in the U.S. market.
  • The company's e-business infrastructure is one of five key corporate initiatives to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Saab Cars USA, Inc. installed a Java-based computerized retailer information system at 225 dealerships and 20 service points in North America in 1999.
  • The company's e-business initiatives were evaluated by analysts from Hurwitz Group, a consulting and research firm specializing in strategic e-business and IT initiatives.
  • Saab Cars USA, Inc. was recognized for its ability to execute its vision, integrate business and technology, and be innovative in e-business initiatives.
  • The company's IT vendors, including IBM and Jacada, have supported its e-business initiatives.

Statistics:

  • 35 percent increase in sales in the U.S. market due to Saab Cars USA, Inc.'s e-business infrastructure.
  • 225 dealerships and 20 service points in North America equipped with a Java-based computerized retailer information system in 1999.
  • 100 companies recognized as top e-business innovators by InformationWeek magazine.
  • 5 key corporate initiatives to ensure customer satisfaction at Saab Cars USA, Inc.
  • 1999: year in which Saab Cars USA, Inc. installed the Java-based computerized retailer information system.

Sources:

  • InformationWeek magazine
  • Saab Cars USA, Inc. press release
  • Hurwitz Group website
  • Jacada Ltd. website
  • CMP's InformationWeek article (December 13, 2000)

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